B.C. government urges parents to watch for cannabis in Halloween candy

CHILLIWACK — The B.C. government wants to make sure kids get all the treats and no unwanted tricks come Monday night on Halloween.

In a news release Friday, the provincial government urges parents and caregivers to be alert and check their little ghost’s or goblin’s candy and treats to ensure no cannabis products were accidentally handed out.

“We count on parents and all those who choose to consume cannabis to help keep kids safe. Illegal cannabis often comes in bright and colourful packaging designed to look like popular candy that kids love to get this time of year,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “It is also important to remember that legal cannabis products can still be attractive to children, and it’s critical for people to put away, lock up and safely store any cannabis products they may have been using – especially edible varieties that could look enticing to young children.”

The dangers posed to young people by illegal, colourful packaging are frequently compounded by a high THC concentration in the unregulated product. All legal cannabis producers must follow strict packaging and labelling rules to ensure products do not appeal to children and youth.